>> as do movies like "little miss sunshine". ♪ >> some people in america are disgusted by these pageants. >> we well, i think that's their opinion. we're not going to stop doing them. parents enjoy showcasing their kids. what is wrong with that? as long as you keep it in a positive aspect, i don't think anything is wrong with that. >> the spray tans, why is it so necessary? why can't children be beautiful the way they are? >> the tan, i mean, i just think it looks pretty to be tanned. you know? swimsuit models, whatever. you want to have a nice glow to you. >> but she's 4. >> but she's 4. >> look in the bathroom -- >> as for the over the top costumes? many people are concerned they're sexualizing these very young girls. do you think the show girl outfit is appropriate for a 4-year-old? >> she's covered everywhere. when i think of a show girl, i think of a gorgeous, glamorous woman. to me, it's old hollywood. the glamour. not sexualizing my child. >> mickey wood admits showcasing her child is the ultimate high. >> that's when you won little miss arkansas. >> but maintains that eden is sti